341 Retail Sales sales jobs near Miami, FL

Tourism is no longer just a seasonal affair in Miami. And that's great news for sales employment: year-round visitors bring lots of money to the city and its winning location attracts more than tourists. While tourism continues to be the primary industry of Miami, the city's economy has become more diversified. Located so close to the Caribbean and Latin America, it has become the center of international trade. Due to the fact that many companies choose to establish their Latin America headquarters in Southern Florida, Miami-Dade County is known as the "Gateway to the Americas," making it a hotbed for international trade and banking. Miami International Airport is the U.S.'s number one airport for international freight and third for international passengers. Florida's oldest international organization, The World Trade Center Miami, assists member companies to help them build and grow. Historically, top imports have been accessories and apparel while the leading exports have been medical and photographic equipment and electrical machinery. Some of the top largest employers in the city include American Airlines, Hewlett-Packard Latin America, Hilton International, Novartis Pharmaceuticals, SAP International, Visa International, Microsoft Latin America, Mount Sinai Medical Center, just to name a few.

As the second largest city in Florida, Miami is nicknamed the "Capital of Latin America," known for its many cultural influences and rich heritage. The year-round sunshine, beautiful beaches and fantastic food make it a tropical playground. Miami's urban core is made up of 'edgy' neighborhoods like Wynwood, Brickell, Midtown and Downtown which are the perfect places for young sales professionals. You will find lots of newly developed apartment buildings and offices there and of course plenty of bars and restaurants either in walking distance or just a short car ride away. On average, a one-bedroom apartment rental will run you about $1,200 a month. If you have a family you might want to check out Coconut Grove, Miami's oldest neighborhood. It's quite peaceful and boasts great schools, an up and coming arts and restaurant scene and low crime rates. An average one-bedroom rental in Coconut Grove is around $1,350 and the median home value is $627,000 +.

Miamians may like to party, but a nightclub is not where you're going to make the most meaningful connections. If you're serious about looking for your next career opportunity, there are networking groups to help you build your network and inspire you. Venture Café hosts a weekly event for innovators interested in exchanging ideas and learning from each other. If you're interested in the fashion industry, Fashion for Breakfast meets each month to give designers a platform to share their collections and discuss the latest trends. CreativeMornings has expanded from New York to Miami as a place for creative locals from various industries to get together over coffee to discuss ideas. Of course, volunteering is always a great way to meet people and Hands on Miami, a clearinghouse for volunteer opportunities, is great place to help you get started. Building a good network is the key to your sales jobs search strategy, so be sure to do your research and get out there to make connections.